CVE-1999-0062 — HIGH (7.2) — White Hats Nepal

Vulnerability Description

The chpass command in OpenBSD allows a local user to gain root access through file descriptor leakage.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

Confidentiality

COMPLETE

Integrity

COMPLETE

Availability

COMPLETE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Openbsd	Openbsd	2.3

References

http://www.osvdb.org/7559
http://www.osvdb.org/7559

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0062?

CVE-1999-0062 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The chpass command in OpenBSD allows a local user to gain root access through file descriptor leakage.

How severe is CVE-1999-0062?

CVE-1999-0062 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0062?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openbsd Openbsd.